Assistant Pre-Construction Project Manager

Job Description

Location: Unit 3A, Kenfig Industrial Estate,

Company: Wernick Buildings, part of The Wernick Group

About The Company

Wernick Buildings, a division of The Wernick Group, is the UK\’s largest and longest-standing national provider of permanent and temporary modular buildings and site accommodation. Established in 1934, The Wernick Group remains a family-run and owned company.

Over the last five years, the company has more than doubled its profits, attributing its success to the quality and dedication of its workforce. The Wernick Group prides itself on a team full of enthusiasm, vision, friendliness, and a real can-do spirit.

About The Role

The Assistant Pre-Construction Project Manager will assist the pre-construction team with multiple projects from bid stage to construction phase working collaboratively with all other departments under the direction of the Senior Pre-Construction Project Manager.

About The Role

Job Purpose:

To assist with pre-construction activities from bid stage to construction phase with the key objective of assisting in the management of projects that successfully achieve the project deliverables whilst managing risk and maximising profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the management of the design, commercial and delivery teams from project bid stage to commencement of the construction phase.
• Assist with setting out the individual project deliverables.
• Assist with managing the process of completing the project deliverables to a high standard in line with project timelines.
• Assist with managing the technical specification requirements for individual projects.
• Be the point of contact for client’s and their design teams.
• Assist with the management of the supply chain project stakeholders to ensure compliance with project design and specification requirements.
• Assist with the management of external consultants to ensure outputs are aligned with design, specification and time-line requirements.
• Assist with handover meetings with the delivery teams prior to commencement to ensure the project design and commercial strategy is implemented and the delivery team have complete and accurate information.
• Building Information Modelling (BIM): Participate in projects requiring the use of BIM software and processes. Facilitate collaboration and coordination between design disciplines using BIM technologies, improving project efficiency and reducing errors;
• Carry out any other Project Management duties and activities as required.

Essential Requirements

• Construction related degree level qualification.
• Proficient in MS Office software.
• Knowledge of writing construction programmes.
• Good communication skills.

What You Will Get In Return

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• Generous holiday allowance (rising with service)
• Option to buy extra holidays
• Option to sell or carry over up to 5 days holiday
• Christmas Shutdown
• Early finish Friday
• Cycle to work scheme
• Group pension
• Annual Salary review – takes place each January
• Life Assurance 2 x annual salary
• Personal Accident Insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Employee assistance programme
• Training and progression opportunities
• Family run and well established, secure company (trading over 90 years)
• Open door policy
• Employee Referral scheme
• Benefits scheme (discounted retailers scheme)
• Corporate Eyecare Scheme through Specsavers
• Message the MD/CEO/Staff Satisfaction Survey

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We thank you in advance for your interest in this role and our company. If you require any reasonable adjustments for your interview, please advise our recruitment team as soon as possible.

Important Notice To Recruitment Agencies

Any unsolicited CV’s will be sent at the recruitment agency’s own risk and will be interpreted as ‘gifts’ and we have no liability to you for any fee or otherwise. We reserve the right to engage with candidates directly having not, in any way, entered into your terms and conditions for this vacancy. By submitting an unsolicited CV to us, or to any member of our staff, you accept these terms as the default position. If we require your assistance with any vacancy we will contact you.

The company is unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.

Skills Needed

About The Company

Why Build Your Career with Wernick Group?

Rich Heritage, Progressive Future: As a family-owned and operated business since our inception, we blend traditional values with a forward-looking approach. This unique combination ensures a work environment that respects legacy while embracing the future.

Diverse Opportunities: Our expansive operations, with 40 centres across 36 UK locations, offer a vast array of roles and career paths in the public and private sectors. From modular building solutions to off-grid power, your professional journey can be as dynamic and varied as our services.

Commitment to Excellence: At Wernick, excellence isn’t just a goal; it\’s our way of life. We pride ourselves on providing outstanding product quality and service, creating an environment where your work directly contributes to customer satisfaction and business success.

Continuous Investment in People: We believe in nurturing talent from within. Through ongoing training and development opportunities, we invest in your future, ensuring that your career at Wernick is not just a job, but a journey of growth and learning.

Simplicity and Efficiency: Our business model is streamlined to reduce bureaucracy, enabling you to work in an environment that values decisiveness and efficiency. This approach allows you to focus on what you do best, without unnecessary complications.

Environmental and Social Responsibility: We\’re committed to reducing our carbon footprint and ensuring a safe, positive working environment. Working with us means being part of a team that cares for the planet and its people.

Company Culture

Clear path to progression: We believe everyone should have a clear path on how they can progress. That’s why we have developed the Wernick Way Forward, a personal development plan catered to each employee.

With the Wernick Way Forward, we provide a roadmap that outlines clear and achievable steps for employees to follow in order to reach their career goals.

Trainee programmes: Start your career with one of our trainee programmes. These are designed to help you develop and grow in our business and offer an advance career progression.

The Trainee Yard Operative Programme offers individuals the opportunity to develop their skills and work as a Yard Operative at one of our Hire depots. Engage in hands-on experience as you become a member of our team.

The Graduate Training Programme opens doors to explore every aspect of the company. Gain valuable insights, mentorship and the tools needed to excel as a leader within our company.

Training and development: Feel confident in your role and enjoy what you do. We recognise the need to invest in training and development.

By offering a range of training days/courses for our team we want to create an environment where you can move towards your career goals. We make sure that everyone who works with us has the resources they need to learn and develop their roles. We value mentoring and offer clear routes for career progression.

Required Criteria

• Construction related degree level qualification.
• Proficient in MS Office software.
• Knowledge of writing construction programmes.
• Strong communication skills.

Desired Criteria

Closing DateWednesday 27th August, 2025

Contract Typefulltime

SalaryBased on Experience #J-18808-Ljbffr